Lady, in Waiting (The Tudor Court Book 3)

Margaery Preston, a spirited young woman, finds herself unexpectedly married to Robin Lewis, an emotionally distant man considerably older than herself. Their impulsive union takes place within the glittering world of the Elizabethan court, where conflicting emotions and hidden agendas leave little room for romance. Treated as a child by those around her, Margaery struggles to be recognized as more than a wife and servant to the queen. She feels isolated within the opulent halls and masked conversations of court life. Robin, preoccupied with his own ambitions and secrets, appears unaware of her difficulties. As Margaery navigates the treacherous landscape of court politics, she must learn to trust her instincts, build her own alliances, and confront the secrets threatening her marriage. The novel explores whether love can develop in a union built on convenience, or whether Margaery's hopes for happiness will be undermined by the realities of power and deceit.